1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 525 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | MK IX | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
